Kenya Airways
KQ478 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Kenya Airways flight KQ478 from Nairobi to Kigali (NBO-KGL): Flight KQ478 has safely landed at Kigali International Airport (KGL) 00:29 (local time), about 6m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Canceled
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Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ475
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Kigali (KGL)
Nairobi (NBO)
Nairobi (NBO)
Scheduled: 22:40
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36m early
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KQ478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ478 flight from Nairobi to Kigali on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 10m. The aircraft has 129 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
63
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Age
11y, 10m
Seats
129
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ478 flight departed on Wed, Sep 30 from NBO at approximately 00:13. This flight is expected to arrrive in KGL at 00:17.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Sep 22 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 01:19 | 01:28 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 24 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:27 | 00:32 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 03:23 | 03:33 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 26 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:13 | 00:19 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:13 | 00:17 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | 00:25 | 00:29 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E90 | -- | -- | Canceled |
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KQ478 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ478 is 57% (Late on average 1 hour 1 minute), and the on-time arrival rate is 63% (Late on average 37 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
1 hour 1 minute
Early
3
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
20
%
Cancelled
9
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
20
%
Cancelled
9
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight kq478?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 00:29 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight kq478 on time today?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 00:29; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight kq478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq478 is scheduled to depart at 00:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:25, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight kq478 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq478 is scheduled to arrive at 00:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 00:29. Status is Arrived as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight kq478 fly?
Flight kq478 is operated by Kenya Airways from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight kq478?
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If flight kq478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight kq478 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq478 has already left Nairobi and completed its journey. Departure was 00:25; actual arrival 00:29. -
What is the seat configuration for flight kq478?
Flight kq478 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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